Life with my sister

I know it isn’t nice to hate but I HATE ADT!!!!! If you use them, I pitty you. If you don’t use them then you are so very blessed! My blood pressure goes high whenever I see an ADT van, sign or commercial. If I could do a commercial against them, I would and I would do it for free! I am ADT free as of 12/31/07 and I can’t celebrate it enough. The past three years have been miserable dealing with those sad souls. Thank you Lee from Monitronics for paying off our contract with ADT and giving us an upgraded system. So, don’t try to break my glass, pull my garage door up, assault me in my driveway or break in one of my doors because you will be had by my new fine system, my fine friends! Now, I feel better. Abby

We went to Stephen's parents for Thanksgiving, so there are no leftovers at our house, and I so wish I had a couple of slices of warm turkey on a piece of soft white bread that has generous portions of mayo on it (sorry Ab, I know you want to gag!). I did get a sandwich before we left Ft. Smith, but oh how I wish I could have more. I know I could go buy a turkey and make my own "leftovers" but it just wouldn't be the same. If you know me at all you know I love to shop! Friday morning Stephen and I left the kids with his parents and went shopping. We went to 5 different stores and bought-get this-2 gifts! And we bought them at the same store. Where has my shopping stamina gone? We went to Kohl's and the line to check out was at least an hour and a half long, we turned around and went out of the store after spending 10 minutes looking for a parking place. We had a good time, don't get me wrong, spending time with my dear hubby is one of my favorite things to do...

I AM THANKFUL FOR: My fun, loyal, constant, God-fearing husband My 3 precious beautiful boys, and my one precious beautiful daughter My church and all the wonderful relationships I have with the people at FBC My beautiful home My friends, both new and old, who still want to read about what is going on in my life, and love me still My family- the people who call, send notes, and love me no matter what I do Coca-Cola, restaurants, television, late-night snacks after the kids have gone to bed Julie

(in random order) Less Migraines this year and medicine that does not make me feel bad all the time My cute, hard working, responsible provider and funny husband who makes my little world complete The family who loves to hug and loves me for all my quirks, my humor and my sensitive heart That the old guy on the brand new Harley who rear-ended me & totaled my car in the spring did not get hurt or die. Free hair care from my mother-in-law beautician A mama who calls daily just to hear my voice A job that does not feel like a job but rather a meeting amongst friends where I can use all my God given skills. For loving neighbors who love me like family My fab four (Samuel, David, Daniel and Anna K.) for all the warm fuzzy feelings they give me. That I can now successfully decorate birthday cakes like a real baker for all my favorite people A safe and comfortable place to call home Mrs. Carolyn for bringing true belly laughter and tears of joy to my life while giving me a glimpse at myse...

Well, it happened. As a mom of 3 boys I have been waiting for this, waiting and dreading. Saturday afternoon while Stephen was killing his first deer, Samuel got hit in the eye with (get this) a 13 year old fist! All the boys in the neighborhood were playing in our backyard and the playing turned to pushing and the pushing turned to hitting. All the kids said Samuel didn't do anything. We talked to the boy's parents and they were very apologetic. The boy had been suspended from school the day before for the same thing. I hated it for Samuel, he has such a tender heart and I think it really bothered him that someone would hit him, especially in his own backyard, but it did make him feel good to see how his friends stood up for him. Samuel's eye swelled and turned blue just about immediately . It looks like he has eyeshadow on it, but it doesn't hurt anymore-so all is well. PS. Today as we were driving home from Pine Bluff we passed a pasture of cows that were all lying ...

How is that Christmas shopping coming along? Let me help you with two fabulous suggestions. www.fawnscrown.com - Ashley, one of my bestest buds from college (we also share the same birthday!) has started her own jewelry business. It is amazing handcrafted jewelry and all made from wood and paper. Every time I wear the pieces she has made for me, I am flooded with compliments. If you are looking for unique jewelry for someone or yourself, this site is for you! www.busybsbowtique.com - our cousin Sarah is making adorable bows through her new bow business. If you have a special little princess in your life who needs a fun, pretty bow for her little head, this is your site! I hope this helps you with shopping ideas and boosts the business for some off my favorite girls. (We also might get free products if you buy bling & bows. We love some bling and Anna always needs a bow!) Abby

One of the blogs I read posted random facts about herself, I shall do the same!!! I only drink coke out of a plastic glass If I'm in a restaurant that only has real glasses, I ask for a to-go cup. I still tease my hair, and acknowledge that I am the only one under 58 that still does.(My mom does) My eyes water when I am tired (I didn't notice until my friend Cindy told me). I would rather eat out than at my home(which doesn't say anything bad about my cooking!!!!!). My feet have grown 1/2 a size since having children. I like to sleep late and my children don't. But that doesn't stop me from doing it! I cannot potty train a child!!!!! But I can get them to sleep through the night! I'm learning more about fractions now then I did when I was in school. Hey girls check out this website . It has your local grocery ads and good coupons! You know us girls-SAVE,SAVE,SAVE!!!!! Julie

Samuel was a clown, Anna was a Star City cheerleader, Daniel was a hobo and David was a sufer dude!

It’s rare that I decide to take the long trek home on a whim, but I am tired and loopy these days. Rand and the other guys are working all weekend out of town trying to get all their cotton to the gin before it closes for the year. He said the gin is now staying open just for them. Crunch time, for sure. Anyway, Jules has been in the Fort since Sunday for the state convention and is on her way back to her place with her crew today. Mama is just green with gitty that she can see both of us in the same week at her place. Aunt J emailed some pictures this morning from our cousin’s engagement party and I didn’t even recognize Mama in the picture. So sad, really. I guess I do need to get home and reintroduce myself! Well, I am jetting out of Memfrica after lunch tomorrow and will be anxious to see Mama, Aunt J, Licca Lou and the boys. Much work to be done until then. Pray that the tractor trailers don’t honk at me all the way down 40….I hate that more than anything. They see big hair and yo...

Santa Claus is making his first appearance at the Wolfchase Mall this weekend in Memphis. Seriously, what happened to Tom the Turkey? Did he die and no one told us? I love Christmas, but I miss Thanksgiving. We rush to get Christmas started and it stresses people out, causes some people to spend more and it has caused Tom to disappear. I think if I had a baby, I would take it to see Santa this weekend in a turkey costume! I know I am guilty of rushing it but I don't want society to make me rush it. Last year I made clay ornaments in August while playing a Point of Grace Christmas CD, but I did it in the privacy of my own home and subjected no one to it other than my mom and sister when I called them with my ornament updates. I did it because I wanted to and it brought me joy. Last weekend I wrapped the 20 presents I have bought so far because I was dying to use my large supply of new wrapping products from the big after Christmas sales this past January. I put them away in a closet...

We have done 5 full and tiring days of school. And had 4 nights of activities. Oh to rest!!! Samuel is learning to estimate in division and it is harder for him than I thought it would be. But I think he is beginning to pick it up. David and Daniel are doing really good in school. All three boys made 100's on their spelling tests today. Samuel had rebellious, accuracy, regrettable, and obedience.(those words also pretty well describe the kind of week we had!) Along with 24 other words. Next weeks words are even hard for me, I'm going to have to study over the weekend. And not just on spelling, but the metric system! I don't remember much about it, so this weekend my face will be in a math book. I don't have to do much studying for 1st grade, I have it down!!! Anna is still rebelling in the potty-training department. We've done everything I know to do, and everything anyone has suggested(except sending her to daycare). Today-it is 3:00 when I am typing this-she has n...